mucoid (Meaning)

Wordnet

mucoid (n)

any of several glycoproteins similar to mucin

Wordnet

mucoid (a)

relating to or resembling mucus

Webster

mucoid (a.)

Resembling mucus.

Webster

mucoid (n.)

One of a class of mucinlike substances yielding on decomposition a reducing carbohydrate together with some form of proteid matter.

Synonyms & Antonyms of mucoid

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any of several glycoproteins similar to mucin, relating to or resembling mucusResembling mucus., One of a class of mucinlike substances yielding on decompositio

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The mucoid substance in the airways caused significant respiratory distress.

The bacteria produced a mucoid biofilm that protected them from antibiotics.

The tumor was characterized by its mucoid appearance and soft texture.

The mucus sample contained an abundance of mucoid plugs, obstructing airflow.